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Safety Precautions
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing
Panasonic!
You have purchased one of the
most sophisticated and reliable
products on the market today.
Used properly, we’re sure it will
bring you and your family years
of enjoyment. Please take time to
fill in the information on the right.
The serial number is on the tag
located on the inner side of the
LCD monitor of your camera. Be
sure to retain this manual as
your convenient camera
information source.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥ Do not let water or other liquids drip or splash inside the unit.
≥ Do not expose accessories (battery pack, AC adaptor, SD memory
card and etc.) to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.
≥ Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on accessories.
≥ Use only the recommended accessories.
≥ Do not remove covers.
≥ Do not repair this unit by yourself. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
CAUTION!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or product damage,
≥ Do not install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in cabinet or in
another confined space. Ensure this unit is well ventilated.
≥ Do not obstruct this unit’s ventilation openings with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, and similar items.
≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, on
this unit.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A.
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN CANADA.
FCC Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
≥ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
≥ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
≥ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
≥ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached
installation instructions and use only shielded interface
cables with ferrite core when connecting to computer or
peripheral devices.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Panasonic
Model No.: HX-WA30/HX-WA03
Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Support Contact: Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
1-800-211-PANA (7262)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.
∫ Concerning the battery
AC adaptor
This AC adaptor operates on AC between 100 V and 240 V.
But
≥ In the U.S.A. and Canada, the AC adaptor must be connected to a
120 V AC power supply only.
≥ When connecting to an AC supply outside of the U.S.A. or Canada,
use a plug adaptor to suit the AC outlet configuration.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
Battery pack (Lithium ion battery pack)
≥ Use the specified unit to recharge the battery pack.
≥ Do not use the battery pack with equipment other than the specified unit.
≥ Do not get dirt, sand, liquids, or other foreign matter on the terminals.
≥ Do not touch the plug terminals (i and j) with metal objects.
≥ Do not disassemble, remodel, heat or throw into fire.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your hands or clothes,
wash it off thoroughly with water.
If any electrolyte should come into contact with your eyes, never rub the
eyes. Rinse eyes thoroughly with water, and then consult a doctor.
Warning
Risk of fire, explosion and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above
60 oC (140 oF) or incinerate.
CAUTION
≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the type recommended by the manufacturer.
≥ When disposing the batteries, please contact your local authorities
or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.
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∫ Product Identification Marking
-If you see this symbol-
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES ONLY IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA.
Product Location
Dual Camera Inner side of LCD monitor
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the
European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard this product, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the
correct method of disposal.
Contains FCC ID:ACJ-HXWA30M
Contains IC:216A-HXWA30M
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of this device.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set
forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and
RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF energy that are deemed to
comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).
A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product
you have purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information
on how to recycle this battery.
U.S.A./CANADA CONSUMERS: ATTENTION:
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For Chile
The Wi-Fi function of this camera must be used indoors-only.
∫ Cautions for use
Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic
equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.).
≥ If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on
this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave radiation.
≥ Do not use this unit near cell phones because doing so may result in
noise adversely affecting the pictures and/or sound.
≥ Recorded data may be damaged, or pictures may be distorted, by
strong magnetic fields created by speakers or large motors.
≥ Electromagnetic wave radiation generated by microprocessors may
adversely affect this unit, disturbing the pictures and/or sound.
≥ If this unit is adversely affected by electromagnetic equipment and
stops functioning properly, turn this unit off and remove the battery or
disconnect AC adaptor. Then reinsert the battery or reconnect AC
adaptor and turn this unit on.
Do not use this unit near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines.
≥ If you record near radio transmitters or high-voltage lines, the recorded
pictures and/or sound may be adversely affected.
About connecting to a PC
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
About connecting to a TV
≥ Do not use any other AV cables except the supplied one.
≥ Always use a genuine Panasonic HDMI micro cable (RP-CHEU15:
optional).
∫ About recording formats and compatibility of the unit
≥ The unit is an MP4 format (MPEG-4 AVC file standard) Dual Camera
for recording high-definition motion pictures.
≥ AVCHD and MPEG2 motion pictures are different formats, and are not
therefore supported by the unit.
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∫ Indemnity about recorded content
Panasonic does not accept any responsibility for damages directly or
indirectly due to any type of problems that result in loss of recording or
edited content, and does not guarantee any content if recording or editing
does not work properly. Likewise, the above also applies in a case where
any type of repair is made to the unit (including any other non-built-in
memory related component).
∫ Cards that you can use with this unit
SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card
≥ 4 GB or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDHC logo or 48 GB
or more Memory Cards that do not have the SDXC logo are not based
on SD Memory Card Specifications.
≥ Refer to page 27 for more details on SD cards.
∫ For the purposes of this owner’s manual
≥ SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card and SDXC Memory Card are
referred to as the “SD card”.
≥ Functions that can be used for motion picture recording/motion picture
playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.
≥ Functions that can be used for still picture recording/still picture
playback are indicated by in this owner’s manual.
≥ Functions that can be used for audio recording/audio playback are
indicated by in this owner’s manual.
≥ Pages for reference are indicated by an arrow, for example: l 00
≥ “File” is used to mean “scene”, “still picture” and “audio file”.
This owner’s manual is designed for use with models ,
and . Pictures may be slightly different from the
original.
≥ The illustrations used in this owner’s manual show model ,
however, parts of the explanation refer to different models.
≥ Depending on the model, some functions are not available.
≥ Features may vary, so please read carefully.
≥ Not all models may be available depending on the region of
purchase.
HX-WA30
HX-WA3 HX-WA03
HX-WA30
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Preparation
(Important)
About the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance
of this unit......................................................................................... 10
Check before using underwater .................................................. 13
Using this unit underwater........................................................... 15
Caring for this unit after using it underwater ............................... 15
When using in a cold climate or at low temperatures.................. 19
Accessories...................................................................................... 20
Power supply.................................................................................... 21
Inserting/removing the battery..................................................... 21
Charging the battery ................................................................... 24
Charging and recording time....................................................... 25
Recording to a card ......................................................................... 27
Cards that you can use with this unit .......................................... 27
Inserting/removing an SD card.................................................... 28
Turning the unit on/off..................................................................... 30
Setting date and time....................................................................... 31
Contents
∫ How to open the Owner’s Manual (PDF format)
When you insert the CD-ROM and open the [INDEX.pdf] in the CD-
ROM, the Owner’s Manual list will be displayed. Click the document
name of the Owner’s Manual you would like to open.
≥ Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF file. Please download it
from the homepage of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
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This does not guarantee no destruction, no malfunction, or
waterproofing in all conditions.
*1 This means that this unit can be used underwater for specified time
in specified pressure in accordance with the handling method
established by Panasonic.
*2 “MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock” is the test method standard of
the U.S. Defense Department, which specifies performing drop tests
from a height of 122 cm (4.0 feet), at 26 orientations (8 corners,
Preparation
(Important)
About the Waterproof/Dustproof
and Anti-shock Performance of
this unit
Waterproof/Dustproof Performance
This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the
“IP68” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines
described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can
operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 10 m (33 feet) for
a time not exceeding 60 minutes. *1
Anti-shock Performance
This unit has cleared a test conducted by Panasonic, which
complies with MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock (a drop test
performed from a height of 1.5 m (5.0 feet) onto 3 cm (0.10 feet)
thick plywood when the LCD monitor was closed with the
screen facing inwards). *2
/
Waterproof/Dustproof Performance
This unit’s waterproof/dustproof rating complies with the
“IP68” rating. Provided the care and maintenance guidelines
described in this document are strictly followed, this unit can
operate underwater, to a depth not exceeding 5 m (16 feet) for a
time not exceeding 60 minutes. *1
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12 ridges, 6 faces) using 5 sets of devices, and passing the
26 orientation drops within 5 devices. (If failure occurs during the
test, a new set is used to pass the drop orientation test within a total
of 5 devices.)
Panasonic’s test method is based on the above “MIL-STD 810F
Method 516.5-Shock”. However, the drop height was changed from
122 cm (4.0 feet) to 150 cm (5.0 feet) dropping onto 3 cm (0.10 feet)
thick plyboard. This drop test was passed.
(Disregarding appearance change such as loss of paint or distortion
of the part where drop impact is applied.)
∫ Handling this unit
≥
The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water
pressure when this unit is used deeper than 10 m (33 feet) underwater.
/
The waterproof performance may be degraded due to the strong water
pressure when this unit is used deeper than 5 m (16 feet) underwater.
≥ When this unit is splashed with detergent, soap, hot spring, bath
additive, sun oil, sun screen, chemical, etc., wipe it off immediately.
≥ Waterproof function of this unit is for sea water and fresh water only.
≥ Any malfunction caused by customer misuse, or mishandling will not
be covered by the warranty.
≥ The inside of this unit is not waterproof. Water leakage will cause malfunction.
≥ Supplied accessories such as battery pack etc. are not waterproof.
(excluding handstrap)
≥ Supplied accessories such as battery, etc., are not dustproof or
anti-shock performance.
≥ Cards are not waterproof. Do not handle with a wet hand. Also, do not
insert wet card into this unit.
≥ Do not leave this unit for a long period of time in places where
temperature is very low (at ski resorts or at high altitude etc.) or very
high [above 35 oC (95 oF)], inside a car under strong sunlight, close to a
heater, on the beach, etc. Waterproof performance may be degraded.
Waterproofing is not guaranteed if the unit is subject to an impact as
a result of being hit or dropped etc. If an impact to this unit occurs, it
should be inspected (subject to a fee) by a Panasonic’s Service
Center to verify that the waterproofing is still effective.
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≥ Wipe off any sand grains or dust on the speaker or microphones. Do
not use a needle or other sharp object. (Waterproofing performance
may be adversely affected)
≥ Foreign objects may adhere to the inner side of the rear door
(around the rubber seal or connecting terminals) when the rear
door is opened or closed in places with sand or dust etc. This
may result in the impairment of the waterproof performance if the
rear door is closed with foreign objects adhered. Be extremely
careful since it may result in malfunction etc.
≥ If foreign objects are present on the inner side of the rear door,
wipe them off with a lint-free cloth.
≥ If any liquid such as water droplets has adhered to this unit or inner
side of the rear door, wipe off with a soft dry cloth. Do not open or
close the rear door near the water, when underwater, using wet
hands, or when this unit is wet. It may cause water leakage.
∫ When inner side of the lens is fogged (condensation)
It is not a malfunction or failure of this unit. It may be caused by the
environment in which this unit is used.
≥ Be careful of condensation since it causes lens stains, fungus and unit
malfunction.
What to do when inner side of the lens is fogged
≥ Turn off the unit and open the rear door in a place with constant
ambient temperature, away from high temperatures, humidity, sand
and dust. The fog will disappear naturally in about 2 hours with the rear
door open when the temperature of this unit gets close to the ambient
temperature.
≥ Contact Panasonic’s Service Center if the fogging does not disappear.
Conditions in which inner side of the lens may be fogged
Condensation may occur and the inner side of the lens may be fogged
when this unit is used in areas that undergo a significant change in
temperature or in high humidity, such as the following:
≥ When this unit is used underwater suddenly after being on a hot
beach etc.
≥ When this unit is moved to a warm area from a cold area, such as
at a ski resort or at high altitude
≥ When the rear door is opened in a high-humidity environment
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1 Open the rear door.
2 Check that there are no foreign objects on the inner
side of the rear door.
≥ If there are any foreign objects, such as lint, hair, sand, etc., on the
surrounding area, water will leak within a few seconds causing
malfunction.
Check before using underwater
Do not open or close the rear door in places with sand and dust,
close to water, or with wet hands. Sand or dust adhering may
cause water leaks.
1 Unlock the LOCK lever.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Open the rear door.

LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY


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3 If foreign objects are present, wipe them off with a
lint-free cloth.
≥ Be extremely careful to remove any sand etc.
that may adhere to the sides and corners of
the rubber seal.
≥ Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth if there is any
liquid. It may cause water leaks and
malfunction if you use this unit with liquid
adhered.
4 Check for cracks and deformation
of the rubber seal on the rear door.
≥ The integrity of the rubber seals may decrease
after about 1 year, with use and age. To avoid
permanently damaging this unit, the seals should be replaced once
each year. Please contact Panasonic’s Service Center for related costs
and other information.
5 Close the rear door securely.
1 Close the rear door.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Lock the LOCK lever.
≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion of the open/close
lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible.
≥ To prevent water seeping into this unit, be careful not to trap foreign
objects such as liquids, sand, hair or dust etc.
LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY



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≥
Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 10 m (33 feet) with the
water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF).
Do not use this unit at a depth of over 10 m (33 feet).
/
Use this unit underwater at a depth of down to 5 m (16 feet) with the
water temperature between 0 oC and 35 oC (32 oF and 95 oF).
Do not use this unit at a depth of over 5 m (16 feet).
≥ Do not use it in hot water over 35 oC (95 oF) (in a bath or hot spring).
≥ Do not use this unit underwater not longer than 60 minutes continuously.
≥ Do not open or close the rear door underwater.
≥ Do not apply shock to this unit underwater. (Waterproof performance
may not be maintained, and there is a chance of water leak.)
≥ Do not dive into the water holding this unit. Do not use this unit in a location
where the water will splash strongly, such as rapid flow or waterfall. (Strong
water pressure may be applied, and it may cause malfunction.)
≥ This unit will sink in the water. Take care not to drop this unit and lose it
underwater by securely placing the strap around your wrist or similar
measure.
Using this unit underwater
Caring for this unit after using it underwater
Do not open or close the rear door until the sand and dust is
removed by rinsing this unit with water.
Make sure to clean this unit after using it.
≥ Thoroughly wipe off any water droplets, sand, and saline matter on
your hands, body, hair, etc.
≥ It is recommended to clean this unit indoors, avoiding places where
water spray or sand may fall.
Do not leave this unit uncared for longer than 60 minutes after
using it underwater.
≥ Leaving this unit with foreign objects or saline matter on it may
cause damage, discoloration, corrosion, unusual odour, or
deterioration of the waterproof performance.
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1 Rinse with water with the rear door closed.
≥ After use at the seaside or underwater, soak the unit in fresh water
pooled in a shallow container for 10 minutes or less.
≥ Do not directly rinse this unit with tap water.
2 Hold this unit as shown in the illustration, and shake
it gently several times to drain the water.
≥ Fasten the strap firmly to prevent this unit from dropping.
SD CARD/
BATTERY
LOCK
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3 Wipe off water drops on this unit with a dry soft cloth
and dry this unit in a shaded area which is well
ventilated.
≥ Dry this unit by standing it on a dry cloth.
≥ If water collects on the microphones or speaker of this unit, it may
cause lower sound or distorted sound. Dry for approximately 1 hour.
≥ Do not dry this unit with hot air from dryer or similar. It will deteriorate
the waterproof performance or cause failure due to deformation.
≥ Do not use chemicals such as benzine, thinner, alcohol, or cleanser, or
soap or detergents.
4 Confirm that there are no water droplets, open the
rear door, and wipe off any water droplets or sand left
inside using a soft dry cloth.
≥ Water droplets may adhere to the card when the rear door is opened
without thoroughly drying. Also, water may accumulate in the gap
around the card compartment, the battery compartment or the terminal
connector. Be sure to wipe any water off with a soft dry cloth.
≥ The water droplets may seep into this unit when the rear door is closed
while it is still wet, causing condensation or failure.
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∫ Wiping moisture from the unit
If there is moisture inside the rear door, wipe every crevice completely
clear of moisture.
(This moisture is not due to exposure to water)
A Moisture here
∫ About the water draining design
This unit is designed so that water that entered the gaps around the
zoom button etc. drains out. For this reason, bubbles may appear when
the unit is immersed in water, but this is not a malfunction.
Draining water from the unit
Drainage holes are found on the bottom of the unit. Hold the unit
vertically, as shown, to drain off the water.
When draining, attach the hand strap to the unit and secure the hand
strap to your wrist to prevent the unit from dropping. (l 16)
B Drainage holes


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≥ It may cause injury to the skin if you directly touch the metal parts
of the unit in places where temperature is very low [environments
under 0 oC (32 oF), such as ski resorts or places at high altitude]
for a long period of time.
Use gloves or similar when using it for long periods.
≥ The performance of the battery (recording time/operating time) may
decrease temporarily when using in a temperature between j10 oC
and 0 oC (14 oF and 32 oF) (cold places such as ski resorts or places at
high altitude). Charge the battery sufficiently in a place where the
ambient temperature is between 10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF).
≥ The battery cannot be recharged in a temperature less than 0 oC (32 oF).
(The Status indicator blinks when the battery cannot be recharged.)
≥ Power cannot be supplied to the device via an electric wall socket
using the AC adaptor when the temperature is under 0 oC (32 oF).
≥ If the unit gets very cold in cold places such as ski resorts or places at
high altitude, performance of the LCD monitor may temporarily drop
immediately after turning the power on, e.g. the picture on the LCD
monitor being slightly darker than usual or ghost images appearing. In
cold environments, keep the unit warm during use by keeping it inside
your cold-weather gear or clothes. The performance will resume as
normal when the internal temperature rises.
≥ If the unit is used in cold places such as ski resorts or places at high
altitude with snow or water droplets adhered to the unit, some parts of
the unit may become hard to move or the sound may become dim with
snow or water droplets freezing in the gap of the zoom button, the
power button, speakers, and microphone. This is not a malfunction.
≥
If the Wi-Fi®
function is used in cold places such as ski resorts or
places at high altitude, playback may not be performed correctly.
Preparation
When using in a cold climate or at
low temperatures
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∫ About batteries that you can use with this unit
Inserting/removing the battery
≥ Press the power button to turn off the unit. (l 30)
1 Open the rear door.
Preparation
Power supply
The battery that can be used with this unit is VW-VBX090.
It has been found that counterfeit battery packs which look very
similar to the genuine product are made available to purchase in
some markets. Some of these battery packs are not adequately
protected with internal protection to meet the requirements of
appropriate safety standards. There is a possibility that these battery
packs may lead to fire or explosion. Please be advised that we are
not liable for any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a
counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used we
would recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used.
1 Unlock the LOCK lever.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Open the rear door.
LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY

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2 (To insert the battery pack)
Confirm the orientation of the terminal markings and
insert the battery.
A terminal markings
≥ Confirm that lever B is locked on to the battery.
≥ It is possible to mistakenly insert the battery upside down, so be sure to
check the orientation carefully.
(To remove the battery pack)
Push the lever B toward the
direction of arrow, and pull the
battery straight out.
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Charging the battery
The unit is in the standby condition when the AC adaptor is connected.
The primary circuit is always “live” as long as the AC adaptor is
connected to an electrical outlet.
Important:
≥ The AC adaptor and USB cable are for use with this unit only. Do
not use them with other equipment. Similarly, do not use AC
adaptors and USB cables from other equipment with this unit.
≥ The battery is charged while the unit is off or in the Standby Mode.
The battery cannot be charged while the unit is recording or
playing back.
≥ It is recommended to charge the battery in a temperature between
10 oC and 30 oC (50 oF and 86 oF). (The battery temperature should
also be the same.)
A Status indicator
B AC adaptor
C To the AC outlet
D Turn the side with the symbol up to connect.
≥ Insert the plugs as far as they will go.
1 Connect the USB cable to the AC adaptor.
2 Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet.
When this unit is purchased, the battery is not charged. Charge
the battery fully before using this unit for the first time.
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3 Connect the USB cable to the unit.
≥ Connecting the USB cable in the wrong direction may cause damage
to the USB/AV connector of the unit. If the connector has become
damaged, it may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize
the cable even if it has been connected.
≥ The status indicator flashes red with a period of approximately 2 seconds
(approximately 1 second on, 1 second off), and charging begins.
It will turn off when the charging is completed.
≥ Do not use any other AC adaptors except the supplied one.
≥ Do not use any other USB cables except the supplied one.
≥ We recommend using Panasonic batteries (l 20, 58).
≥ If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this
product.
≥ Do not heat or expose to flame.
≥ Do not leave the battery(ies) in a car exposed to direct sunlight for a
long period of time with doors and windows closed.
Charging and recording time
∫ Charging/Recording time
≥ Temperature: 25 oC (77 oF)/humidity: 60%RH (When using AC adaptor)
HX-WA30
Battery model
number
[Voltage/Capacity
(minimum)]
Charging
time
Recording
Mode
Maximum
continuous
recordable
time
Actual
recordable
time
Supplied battery/
VW-VBX090
(optional)
[3.7 V/880 mAh]
2 h
30 min
1 h 5 min 40 min
1 h 15 min 45 min
1 h 10 min 40 min
1 h 25 min 45 min
1 h 50 min 55 min
1 h 25 min 50 min
1 h 55 min s
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The unit can record motion pictures, still pictures or audio to an SD card
or built-in memory. To record to an SD card, read the following.
Cards that you can use with this unit
Use SD cards conforming to Class 4 or higher of the SD Speed
Class Rating for motion picture recording.
≥ Keep the Memory Card out of reach of children to prevent swallowing.
Preparation
Recording to a card
Please confirm the latest information about SD Memory Cards/SDHC
Memory Cards/SDXC Memory Cards that can be used for motion
picture recording on the following website.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/e_cam
(This website is in English only.)
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Inserting/removing an SD card
When using an SD card not from Panasonic, or one previously used on
other equipment, for the first time on this unit, format the SD
card. (l 40) When the SD card is formatted, all of the recorded data is
deleted. Once the data is deleted, it cannot be restored.
Caution:
Check that the status indicator has gone off.
1 Open the rear door.
Status indicator A
≥ When this unit is accessing the SD card or built-in memory, the status
indicator lights up red.
1 Unlock the LOCK lever.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Open the rear door.
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LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY
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2 Insert (remove) the SD card into (from) the card slot.
3 Close the rear door.
≥ Face the label side A in the direction shown in the illustration and
press it straight in as far as it will go.
≥ Press the center of the SD card and then pull it straight out.
1 Close the rear door.
2 Slide the open/close lever.
3 Lock the LOCK lever.
≥ Lock securely to the points where the red portion of the open/close
lever and LOCK lever are no longer visible.
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LOCK
SD CARD/
BATTERY
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Open the LCD monitor and press the power button to
turn on the unit.
The LCD monitor turns on.
Preparation
Turning the unit on/off
To turn off the unit
Hold down the power button until the LCD monitor goes off.
≥ Pressing the power button for a short time sends the unit into
Standby Mode.
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If the screen to set the date and time appears when you turn on the unit,
skip to step 2 and follow the steps to set the date and time.
1 Select the menu. (l 38)
2 Select an item ([DATE]/[TIME]/[DISP]) using the SET
button and then tilt the SET button to the right or
press the SET button.
3 (When [DATE] or [TIME] is selected)
Tilt the SET button to the left or right to select the
desired item and then up and down to set the
numerical values.
e.g.: When [DATE] is selected
≥ The year can be set between 2000 and 2039.
Preparation
Setting date and time
[MENU]: # [CLOCK SET]
1
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(When [DISP] is selected)
Select the date format display method using the SET
button.
4 Press the SET button.
5 Select [SAVE DATE AND TIME] using the SET button
and then press the SET button.
6 (At the time of purchase only)
After setting [CLOCK SET], notes for underwater use
are displayed. Check them to maintain the waterproof
performance.
≥
After the notes are displayed, the recording mode setting screen is
automatically displayed. To move to the next display, press the SET
button.
≥ /
After the notes are displayed, the recording standby screen is
automatically displayed. To exit the display, press the MENU button.
7
(At the time of purchase only)
Select the desired recording mode using the SET
button and then press the SET button.
8
(At the time of purchase only)
Configure the Wi-Fi settings.
HX-WA30
HX-WA3 HX-WA03
HX-WA30
HX-WA30
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≥ Motion pictures are recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD
card is inserted, the motion pictures are recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
3 Press the recording start/stop button to start
recording.
A When you begin recording, ¥ appears.
4 Press the recording start/stop button again to pause
recording.
Basic
Recording motion pictures
000:00:00
000:00:00
000:00:00
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≥ Still pictures are recorded to SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is
inserted, the still pictures are recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
3 (For Auto Focus only)
Press the button halfway.
A Focus area (area inside brackets)
4 Press the button fully.
≥ If you continue to hold down the button, you can check the
recorded image on the LCD monitor.
Basic
Recording still pictures
F2.8
F2.8
F2.8
1/30
1/30
1/30
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≥ Audio is recorded to the SD card if one is inserted. If no SD card is
inserted, the audio is recorded to the built-in memory.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
2 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
3 Select the menu. (l 38)
4 Start recording by pressing the recording start/stop
button.
5 Press the recording start/stop button again to stop
recording.
The modes (appropriate for the condition) are set just by pointing the unit
to what you want to record.
Basic
Recording audio
[MENU]: # [REC MODE] # [ (VOICE RECORD)]
Basic
Intelligent Auto Mode
1
Press the button to
switch to Intelligent Auto
Mode.
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1 Press the REC/ button to change to Playback
Mode.
2 Select the file to play back using the SET button and
press the SET button.
A The information for the file in the yellow frame is displayed.
≥ Tilt and hold the SET button up or down to display the next (or
previous) page.
Basic
Motion picture/Still picture/Audio
playback
Thumbnail display
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3 Play back using the SET button.
B Operation icon*
* If the operation icon disappears, perform a SET button operation to
display it.
≥ Tilt the SET button up to start/pause playback of motion pictures.
Watching Video/Pictures on your TV
Connect the unit to a TV using the AV cable (supplied) or
a HDMI micro cable (optional).
≥ Connecting the AV cable in the wrong direction may cause damage to
the USB/AV terminal of the unit. If the terminal has become damaged,
it may not operate correctly, including failure to recognize the cable
even if it has been connected.
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A USB/AV connector
B HDMI micro connector
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1 Press the MENU button.
2 Tilt the SET button to the left.
3 Select tab A using the SET button, and tilt the SET
button to the right or press the SET button.
4 Select from menu items B using the SET button, and
tilt the SET button to the right, or press the SET
button.
Basic
Using the menu screen
MENU
MENU
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5 Select the setting content using the SET button and
press the SET button to set.
∫ About applicable mode indicator
In the recording menu, the Recording Mode that reflects the currently
displayed setting is displayed.
C Applicable mode indicator
: Setting is applied to still picture and motion picture recording.
: Setting is applied to still picture recording.
: Setting is applied to motion picture recording.
To get back to the previous screen
Press the MENU button.
To end the menu setting
Press the MENU button several times.
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Language selection
You can select the language on the screen display and the menu screen.
Formatting
Please be aware that if a medium is formatted, then all the data recorded
on the medium will be erased and cannot be restored. Back up important
data on a PC, disc, etc.
[MENU]: # [LANGUAGE]
[MENU]: # [FORMAT]
2
2
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Double range zoom [HX-WA3] / [HX-WA03]
The enlarged size will be approximately double size (double range
zoom). Press again to return to normal size.
1 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
2 Press the zoom range button.
≥ On the normal zoom recording screen, the icon is displayed. On
the double-range zoom recording screen, the icon is displayed.
≥ You cannot operate the zoom range button in the i.Zoom/Digital Zoom
region (blue).
≥ The image enlarged using the double range zoom can be recorded
only as a motion picture. Still pictures are recorded without being
enlarged.
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You can record fast-moving objects in sports scene, etc. in slow motion.
1 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
2 Press the button to switch the recording mode.
≥ Each time you press the button, display changes.
Basic
Recording in Slow Motion Mode
[HX-WA30]
SLOW MOTION MODE:
Records a slow motion picture at 120, 240 or 480 frames per second.
SLOW MOTION (CONTINUOUS MODE):
Slow motion pictures of 60 frames ( ) per second and 120 frames
( ) per second are recorded as one scene.
Off (The setting is canceled)
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The unit can record underwater at depths of down to 10 m (33 feet)
( ) /5 m (16 feet) ( / ). (for periods within 60
minutes)
When recording underwater, set [SCENE MODE] to (UNDER
WATER). The color balance and audio recording will be suitable for
recording underwater.
1 Press the REC/ button to change to recording
mode.
2 Select the menu. (l 38)
≥ When [SCENE MODE] is set to (UNDER WATER), [Before using
the unit under water] and [Maintenance after use in water] are
displayed. Please check beforehand to maintain the waterproof
performance. Press the MENU button to exit the message screen.
≥ After use underwater, wash the unit in fresh water and dry well. (l 15)
≥ Do not use the Under Water Mode except when recording underwater.
Basic
Recording underwater
Before recording underwater, be sure to read “(Important) About
the Waterproof/Dustproof and Anti-shock Performance of this
unit” (page 10 to 18) and to use the camera correctly. Incorrect use
may result water entering the unit and malfunction.
[MENU]: # [SCENE MODE] # [ (UNDER WATER)]
HX-WA30 HX-WA3 HX-WA03
1
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By linking with Wi-Fi compatible devices, you can use the Wi-Fi functions
of [LINK TO CELL] and [DLNA PLAYBACK].
Before using the respective Wi-Fi functions, check and prepare your
device.
To use the Wi-Fi function, connect this unit to a wireless access point or
smartphone via Wi-Fi.
≥ Please refer to the Owner’s Manual (PDF format) for details about the
Wi-Fi connection.
≥ For the operations and settings of your device such as the
smartphone, please read the operating instructions of the device.
Wi-Fi [HX-WA30]
What you can do with the Wi-Fi®
function
Feature Description of functions
[LINK TO CELL]
Using a smartphone, you can perform record/
playback operations from a remote location or
upload motion pictures and still pictures recorded
in this unit on SNS (Social Networking Service).
[DLNA PLAYBACK]
Connecting this unit to a DLNA-compatible TV
via Wi-Fi, you can play back scenes and still
pictures on the TV.
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If the Wi-Fi connection cannot be established
Please refer to the operating instruction of the device in use for details
about the setting of the wireless access point or smartphone.
Problem Check points
It cannot connect
to the wireless
access point.
The wireless
access point is not
detected.
(General)
≥ Turn ON the wireless access point.
≥ Approach the wireless access point and
reconnect.
≥ If it takes time to complete the connection,
the Wi-Fi connection will be aborted.
Reset the connection settings.
≥ Check how to connect to the wireless access
point and how to set the security settings.
≥ Make sure the wireless access point is
registered in this unit.
≥ The device may be unable to locate the
wireless access point due to problems with
the signal. Use [Manual Connection].
≥ The Wi-Fi function will not work underwater.
(Easy Connection)
≥ Make sure the wireless access point is in
the correct WPS standby mode.
≥ Make sure the PIN code has been correctly
input.
(Manual Connection)
≥ Make sure the SSID and password have
been correctly input.
≥ Check the Authentication method,
Encryption type, and Encryption key
(Password).
Radio waves of the
wireless access
point get
disconnected.
≥ The condition may improved by moving the
location or changing the angle of the
wireless access point.
≥ If you use another 2.4 GHz band device such as
a microwave oven or cordless telephone nearby,
you may interrupt the signal. Keep a sufficient
distance from these types of devices.
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The Wi-Fi
connection is not
possible between
this unit and a
smartphone.
(Wireless Access Point Connection)
≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly
connected to the wireless access point by
checking the Wi-Fi settings of the
smartphone.
≥ Make sure this unit and the smartphone are
connected to the same wireless access point.
≥ Make sure the wireless access point is
registered in this unit.
(Direct Connection)
≥ Make sure the smartphone is properly
connected to this unit by checking the Wi-Fi
settings of the smartphone.
≥ Make sure the SSID and password have
been correctly input.
≥ Make sure the smartphone is not connected
to the wireless access point. If it is
connected to the wireless access point,
change the Wi-Fi access point using the
smartphone’s Wi-Fi set up.
It takes long time
every time to
connect to a
smartphone.
≥ It may take longer time to connect
depending on the Wi-Fi connection setting
of the smartphone, but it is not a
malfunction.
This unit is not
displayed in the
Wi-Fi setting
screen of the
smartphone.
≥ Try switching the ON/OFF of the Wi-Fi
function in the Wi-Fi settings of the
smartphone.
The Wi-Fi
connection is
disconnected
immediately.
≥ If there is a setting for avoiding poor
connections in the Wi-Fi setting menu of the
Android™ device 4.0 or later version, turn it
OFF.
Problem Check points
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∫ Carefully observe copyright laws
Whatever you have recorded and created can be used for your personal
entertainment only. Under copyright laws, other materials cannot be
used without obtaining permission from the holders of the copyrights.
∫ Licenses
≥ SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
≥ HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the
United States and other countries.
≥ Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Google Inc.
≥ The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ “Wi-Fi”, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”, “WPA” and “WPA2” are marks or
registered marks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
≥ DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service
marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.
≥ Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions
are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the
manufacturers who developed the system or product concerned.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent portfolio license for the
personal and non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in
compliance with the AVC Standard (“AVC Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC
Video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-
commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed
to provide AVC Video. No license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use. Additional information may be obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
Others
About copyright
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